Administrative Assistant — UNV/UNICEF (Maputo)

The essentials: Administrative Assistant (UNV/UNICEF), 10-month contract with possibility of extension, on-site at the UN premises in Maputo, applications close on October 14, 2026 — registration on the official UNV portal. This is a national position under the UNV program, in the Associate UCoS category, with an expected start date of November 30, 2026.

About UNICEF in Mozambique

UNICEF's mission is to promote the rights of every child, in everything the organization does — in programs, advocacy, and operations. The equity strategy focuses on the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families: all children should have the opportunity to survive, develop, and reach their full potential, without discrimination.

The mandate is anchored in the Convention on the Rights of the Child and aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 10 (reducing inequalities). The Maputo office is UNICEF's base in Mozambique: it is where the Administration and Finance Unit operates, and it is into the multicultural team of this office that the national UNV volunteer is integrated.

The work involves direct contact with UNDP (United Nations Development Programme) in managing the Pouch, the official UN mail bag.

UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation to volunteers with disabilities, including accessible software, mission travel support, and personal assistants.

Who we are looking for

Do you enjoy working in a multicultural environment, with colleagues from different countries and backgrounds? That is the day-to-day of the Administration and Finance Unit in Maputo: a home where the UN, UNDP, and the Pouch connect every day.

Anyone who feels comfortable with detailed work, managing multiple processes simultaneously, fits right in here. The role is well-defined, and the team provides guidance to get you up to speed.

Day-to-day responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Administration Officer and reporting line to the Registry and Archives Assistant, both in Maputo, and in coordination with the Administration and Finance Unit, you will:

• Support the Administrative Unit in organizing internal staff meetings, including catering logistics.
• Provide support on protocol matters: visas, diplomatic cards, import and exemption procedures, and related processes.
• Receive and screen external calls, routing them to the appropriate staff member.
• Maintain an up-to-date online tracking system for all incoming and outgoing correspondence.
• Prepare the outgoing UN Pouch and coordinate its delivery to UNDP.
• Handle the incoming UNDP Pouch: collect, open, classify, register, and distribute the contents.
• Keep records of EDM (electricity) invoices and drinking water suppliers, ensure timely payment via POS within defined deadlines, and retain proof of payment.
• Register all received invoices online, scan them, and forward them to the relevant sections; deliver original invoices to the Finance Section.
• Maintain contact with EMS (Express Mail Service) operators to schedule and track package deliveries.
• Support the receipt, stock control, and distribution of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when necessary.
• Provide general administrative support to the Administrative Unit.

What we offer

• 10-month UNV contract as a national volunteer, with possibility of extension; expected start date November 30, 2026.
• Full-time schedule, on-site, at the UN premises in Maputo.
• Remuneration: undisclosed amounts. The UNV program sets allowances (daily allowance) by position category — check the official UNV table for the exact amount.
• Long-term benefits and allowances, according to the official UNV program.
• One position (1 vacancy) in a multicultural team with national and international United Nations staff.

How to apply

Registration is done exclusively on the official UNV portal: app.unv.org — Administrative Assistant (UNICEF, Maputo). Create your profile, complete the application form, and submit it for this position. Deadline: until October 14, 2026 — confirm the exact date on the official UNV page.

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